2011

A Wonderful Trip in a Train Suited to Your Needs

The Compartments

The Lounges

The common areas of El Expreso de La Robla are

made up of three comfortable lounge carriages with

a permanent bar service, equipped with large windows,

so that guests may enjoy the landscape which slowly

comes into view, as well as playing board games with other

passengers.

Each morning a free buffet breakfast is served in these

lounges. Guests will have at their disposal the daily press,

magazines, a library, video collection and TV. The lounges

are air-conditioned and have a PA system and piped music,

as well as a PC for passengers’ use, and free internet

connection. These lounges are equipped to conduct

conferences, chats, courses and meetings, and boast a

large screen, PC connections, PA system, etc. They also

have spaces designed to enjoy a quiet drink and listen to

music.

The Expreso de La Robla has four sleepers with seven

compartments each, all of which are equipped with two

bunk beds, a closet, reading light, air conditioning/heating,

piped music, PA system, telephone, etc., in a modern and

fresh design which will ensure guests enjoy a good night’s

sleep. Each compartment has its own bathroom, with a hydro

massage shower, sink, WC, and hairdryer. The electrical

outlets are 220v. The inside of the train is fully connected, so

that passengers may freely move through it.

So that passengers may sleep comfortably, the train will stop

at the stations for the night. The train will wait for those who

wish to enjoy the nightlife in each town.

■ First day, ThursdayGuests’ arrival between 13.30 and 15.30h. The fi rst stop of the train journey will be Ribadeo, the fi rst Galician town we will visit, on the edge of the mouth of the river Eo. Dinner at the Parador and night in Ribadeo.

■ Second day, FridayAfter a restful night, while we have breakfast on the train, we will reach Viveiro, a beautiful walled town, which we will visit, as well as enjoying the views from Monte San Roque. Later on, the train will take us to Ortigueira, from where we will travel by coach to Cariño. Lunch in Cedeira.

After lunch we will continue our trip to Cabo Ortegal, with its impressive cliffs and unique views from the northern-most point in Spain. We will continue our journey until reaching the Sanctuary of San Andrés de Teixido, from where we will go to Cedeira, before

returning to Ortigueira, where we will dine and spend the night.

■ Third day, SaturdayAfter a delicious breakfast on the train we will travel by coach, as if we were pilgrims, to Santiago de Compostela. We will visit the Old Quarter and the Cathedral. Later on, after lunch, we will visit A Coruña, the Torre de Hércules, the Paseo Marítimo and the Plaza de Mª Pita. In the afternoon we will reach Ferrol, which we will briefl y visit. Dinner and night in Ferrol.

■ Fourth day, SundayIn the morning, between cliffs and mist, we will reach Foz, from where we will travel to Mondoñedo, whose Cathedral enjoys a predominant position. Later, we will visit the beaches of the Lugo coast. Lunch in the area. In the afternoon we will take the train to Navia, on our way to Gijón, where we will arrive around 19.30h.

“JACOBEO” Itinerary

Gijón/Santiago/Gijón

See departure dates and prices on the last page

Starting point: FEVE Station in Gijón (Asturias), between 13.30 and 15.30h. (Thursdays). Avda. Sanz Crespo, s/n. 33207 GIJON (Asturias). Tel.: 902 555 902

■ First day, ThursdayPassengers’ arrival between 13.30 and 15.30h. The train will take us to Espinosa de los Monteros, where we will take the coach to the Karstic complex of Ojo Guareña in Sotoscueva, one of the largest in the world. Later on we will take the train from Sotoscueva to Cervera de Pisuerga, where we will spend the night in the FEVE station of Vado-Cervera. Dinner at the Parador of Fuentes Carrionas and night in Vado-Cervera.

■ Second day, FridayAs we enjoy a delicious breakfast, the train will reach Matallana, where we will take a coach to the Cuevas de Valporquero, who owes its fame to its stalactites, stalagmites and passes. In the afternoon, the train will take us to San Feliz, where we will take a coach to Leon. Visit to the this Roman city, where culture and art emanate from every pore. Visit to the Cathedral of Leon, San Isidoro, the old quarter and San Marcos. Dinner in

its famous Prieto Picudo wine cellars, and night on the train, in the station of San Feliz.

■ Third day, SaturdayWhile we have breakfast, the train will take us to Guardo, from where we will take a coach to visit Palencian Roma-nesque monuments: Carrión de los Condes, Frómista, Vi-llalcázar de Sirga. Lunch in Frómista. In the afternoon we will take the train from Mataporquera to Espinosa de los Monteros, where we will have dinner and spend the night.

■ Fourth day, SundayAfter a delicious breakfast, we will visit the village of Espinosa de los Monteros and Medina de Pomar, which is known for its Alcázar de los Condestables and its old quarter. Later on the train will take us to Balmaseda, where we will visit the Museo de Boinas La Encartada and have a meal featuring local dishes. After this visit, the train will take us to Bilbao, where our journey will come to an end around 18.00h.

“La Robla” Itinerary

Bilbao/León/Bilbao

See departure dates and prices on the last page

Starting point: FEVE station in La Concordia de Bilbao, from 13.30 to 15.30h. (Thursday). C/ Bailén, 2. 48003 BILBAO. Tel.: 902 555 902

■ First day, TuesdayThe train will leave the FEVE Station of Gijón at 8.45h, and passengers may register on the train between 8.00 h. and 8.30h. After their arrival, the crew will settle the guests in their compartments and will show them the common spaces of El Expreso de La Robla.

The journey begins, with the fi rst stop in Ribadeo, one of the most important towns in the coast of Lugo, where we will visit the old town. After lunch, we will continue with a visit to the Mirador de la Santa Cruz, which offers excellent views of the estuary of the River Eo, as well as the loading bay, a silent witness to the mining works of the past, and the lighthouse, set in a beautiful landscape. Afterwards, guests will enjoy free time, before having dinner at one of the best

restaurants in the area, after which they will enjoy the nightlife of this pretty town, on the edge of the mouth of the River Eo.

■ Second day, WednesdayAfter a well-deserved rest, on the second day guests will enjoy a delicious breakfast on the train, before taking a coach to Mondoñedo, where we will visit, among other heritage monuments, the Cathedral, the Artisans’ Quarter, the Seminar, etc. Later on we will visit an impressive natural monument, the “As Catedrais” beach and Rinlo, a beautiful fi shing parish.

After having lunch at a local restaurant, we will depart toward Ribadeo, where the train will take us back to Gijon, arriving around 20.30h.

“Porta Norte” Itinerary

Gijón/Ribadeo/Gijón

See departure dates and prices on the last page

Starting point: FEVE station in Gijón (Asturias), from 08.00 to 08.30h. (Tuesday). Avda. Sanz Crespo, s/n. 33207 GIJON (Asturias). Tel.: 902 555 902

In addition to the train, our coach

will accompany you during the

trip, taking you to the places the

train cannot reach.